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Less White Matter & Larger Amygdala: Steph Jensen
It can be tempting to set the same expectations for boys as we do for girls in the classroom. But keynoter Steph Jensen cautions that there are major structural characteristics
Transforming In-School Suspension Rooms into Student Support Centers: Dr. Susan Coleman
As policies trend toward reducing or eliminating exclusionary discipline methods, many districts are embracing alternative discipline strategies that address root causes of misbehavior. Dr. Susan Coleman advocates for creative, tailored solutions
Strategies to Improve Working Memory in the Classroom – Webinar Jan. 16th
During this 90-minute webinar, Dr. Bryan Harris will give attendees an in-depth understanding of what working memory is and how it affects students’ ability to remember and use relevant information
Replicating “IT-ability” for Building Rapport with Students: Dr. William Noel
Creating relationships that lead to a welcoming and productive learning environment can be replicated, according to Dr. William Noel. He also says that being “PASIYV” goes a long way in
Mindfulness in Education: Improving Focus, Attention & Achievement – Joree Rose
Students who have been instructed in “mindfulness” experience increases in test scores and executive functioning – as well as in focus and attention – while showing decreases in stress, anxiety,
Gerry Brooks: Communication, Chocolate & Little Debbie – Promoting Positive School Culture
Principal and YouTube Sensation Gerry Brooks says that changes to climate and culture in a building do not have to be dramatic. Instead, a gesture as simple as making chocolate
Regulating the Relationship Between Pain & Suffering: Brad Chapin
Students with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges – especially trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and PTSD are faced with increased, yet inescapable levels of pain and discomfort. Self-regulation
How Trauma Memory Impacts Students with Various Diagnostic Conditions: Wiemeier
Understanding the dynamics of brain development and how it can be impacted by traumatic experiences is fundamental to working with all children — especially students exhibiting a wide array of
Modeling “Tragic Optimism” Through Deep-Rooted Caring: Barbara Coloroso
Students who have endured trauma and high-stress or unsafe home environments may be less likely to have an intrinsic concern for others. However, Barbara Coloroso says students can learn to
Executive Function Skills & Academic Success Webinar
Executive Function skills are a better indicator of academic success than IQ – according to some experts! EF skills help students remember and follow multi-step instructions, avoid distractions, control rash
Helping ALL Students Succeed in School: Edwin Javius
Equity is a mindset that requires educational leaders to ‘re-think’ and challenge traditional methodology with a cultural, racial and linguistic lens, according to Edwin Javius. Edwin is the Founder of
Planning for Escalated Trauma Responses in Students: Steph Jensen
For the one in five students impacted by trauma, the fight-or-flight response can be easily triggered. However, Steph Jensen says that if educators anticipate the prevalence of trauma within their